Kholodets

Name: Kholodets
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 380 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork trotters, halved; 2 lbs beef shank, cubed; 4 qts cold water; 1 yellow onion, peeled; 1 carrot, peeled; 2 bay leaves; 10 whole black peppercorns; 2 tsp fine sea salt; 6 garlic cloves, minced

A traditional jellied meat dish slow simmered from rich bones and seasoned with garlic. Served cold as a savory centerpiece for holiday meals.

380 minMediumServes 8280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs pork trotters, halved
2 lbs beef shank, cubed
4 qts cold water
1 yellow onion, peeled
1 carrot, peeled
2 bay leaves
10 whole black peppercorns
2 tsp fine sea salt
6 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

1

Place 2 lbs halved pork trotters and 2 lbs cubed beef shank into a large stockpot, cover with 4 qts cold water, and bring to a boil.
2

Skim off any foam, reduce heat to low, and stir in 1 peeled yellow onion, 1 peeled carrot, 2 bay leaves, 10 whole black peppercorns, and 2 tsp fine sea salt.
3

Simmer uncovered for 6 hours until meat falls off the bone and reaches an internal temperature of at least 195°F.
4

Strain broth, discard bones and vegetables, shred the meat into serving dishes, fold in 6 minced garlic cloves, pour broth over top, and chill until set.

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Questions

What is Kholodets?

A traditional jellied meat dish slow simmered from rich bones and seasoned with garlic. Served cold as a savory centerpiece for holiday meals. This reference files it under Russian appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 380 minutes start to finish.

How long does Kholodets take?

As written, 380 minutes: 20 of prep and 360 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (6 hours): "Simmer uncovered for 6 hours until meat falls off the bone and reaches an internal temperature of at least 195°F."

What internal temperature should Kholodets reach?

For Kholodets, the target internal temperature is 195 F (about 90 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

How many calories are in Kholodets?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 280 calories, with 32 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Kholodets?

Refrigerate what is left of Kholodets within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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